Wow! Praise the Lord!
I was so busy these days that I missed writing blogs for 5 days!
Anyway, this week has been such an eventful week, so challenging, so busy, so happy, so frustrated, so angry, so tired, so excited........ experienced all of these within this week. God is good.

So tired & busy... so many issues to solve at work. Work loads never stop...

So excited, getting along well with colleagues & even prayed with one unexpected lady. Thank God for the chance to share with Lian. Praise God! Prayed that the seed planted with grow & bear fruit in jesus's name.

So happy! Went to Mei's house yesterday! Saw my god-son... haha..... so CUTe!!!!!!!!!!
hahaaaaaaa......... wait for him to grow up.... at least can carry by then. He's less than one month old.

So angry.... work issues.... colleague issues ......
So frustrated........ same....

But now i will throw away ALL negative feelings & thoughts..... & put on a NEW clothes of goodness, patience, kindness, gentleness, joy, self-control, love, peace & faithfulness.....

Lord, I will change! Help me & grant me your grace.

Tomorrow going back to work to finish up everything so that I can leave for Lanjut camp next Mon! Lord, I pray for Your efficiency, wisdom, favor, grace, blessings, joy to be with me as I work tomorrow. Thank You Jesus!

Pray that all my friends & family be safe & well. Give them your joy, peace, hope & love , keep them from all evil.

Thank you Lord!
:)

Today is a busy day! Been to Teng's exhibition at NYP. Wow, the designs are great! CAn visit at http://www.elveslab.com/thebananastudio/.

Then went to look for my bro & sister... to shop & eat... realised that my family really love to eat... all they can think of is where & what to eat!!! hahahaaaaa.... hai... must be careful not to follow them out too much... or else... hai..... jus kidding.

Then went to fetch Huixien from airport... wah.... went all the way from north to east just to see her home...hmmm... had a good time with faith & fion too. :)

ok, must sleep early... tomorrow going to be early for church. :)

Jesus bless my family & all my friends!

Last night I went for the last series of "Holy Spirit encounter" prayer meetings. It was great. I sense a breakthrough in my spirit. I will change! I will not be the same! I wept alot.. God did show up & touched me once again.

"I want to let Jesus loves me, put His hands around me.
Bring me high so I can see how beautiful I am.
I want to let Jesus loves me, put His arms around me,
touched the sky so I can see how wonderful He is"

Sometimes, being a Christian for so many years... we lose the touch of the Father's love.

We know so much that we fail to recognise that he basics of it all is that God is a loving Father. Always desiring for us to just love him back.

"Not to strive, we don't have to strive for his love. His love is abundant... more than enough always."

TRUST...Lean not on my own understanding...
let go of it all.... God will bring me through.

"Trust in the LORD with all your heart
and lean not on your own understanding;
6 in all your ways acknowledge him,
and he will make your paths straight." Prov 3:5

This is one verse I held close to my heart when I was studying for NTU's examination. Every time, I felt that it was impossible to finish revising for exams, I will look at this verse and trust.

Now, I look at this verse & it still applies to every areas of my life... not only examinations.

TRUST is one word that requires alot of our heart to truly embrace it. TRUSTing is not by looking at the circumstances & situations that we are facing... trusting is not by knowing facts... trust is not something that you can understand with our human mind. Trust takes alot of our heart. It requires a close/intimate relationship with the person whom you are trusting.

TRUST may be a simple 5 letters words. But to me, trusting requires true faith.

There are so many things in our life that we need to trust God for. Our career direction, our life partner, our family salvations, our destiny.

As human, we doubt sometimes. Especially when things go wrong, the road seems harder to walk, when everything appear just opposite of what we wish to see, when we can't even see the future that lies ahead of us... we need to TRUST.

We need to come back to God. Know Him & let go of it all.
It is not easy. It will not be easy. But God never promise that it will be easy. He only promises that He will be there to hold us if we fall & He will be there to make it through with us.

God's ways are higher than mine.

Let us TRUST in an unfailing GOD. Because He deserves all our TRUST.

Putting Love Into Practice
Read: Matthew 5:11-16

Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven. —Matthew 5:16


In his book Christians in the Marketplace, Bill Hybels says that people outside the faith often say, "Show me" before they say, "Tell me."

I knew a young man in Germany named Wolfgang who modeled Hybels' principle at a building site where he worked. As an enthusiastic believer, Wolfgang always read his Bible during lunch. Though his fellow workers jeered, he didn't stop his daily reading. He simply prayed for a way to demonstrate Christ's love to them.

When the workers went home at night, they always left their muddy boots behind. Wolfgang began staying late after work to clean their boots. The men were puzzled at first but then realized that Wolfgang was the only one among them who would perform this humble service. Not only did they come to respect him, but sometimes they even asked him to read the Bible to them. Only eternity will reveal the full effect of Wolfgang's shining life. But this we know: When his co-workers saw his good works, they started listening to his God.

Jesus said, "Let your light so shine before men, that they may . . . glorify your Father in heaven" (Matthew 5:16). If you long to lead the people around you to Jesus, radiate His love by doing practical deeds for God's glory alone. —Joanie Yoder


My life was dark until the Light shone in,
That Light was Christ, who saved me from my sin;
His light that I've received I long to share
In loving deeds for people everywhere. —Hess

A Christian's life is a window through which others can see Jesus.

HUGS!!!

I love hugs... learn to hug my friends when I was 17 years old.

There's something in a simple hug
That always warms the heart;
It welcomes us back home
And makes it easier to part.
A hug's a way to share the joy
And sad times we go through,
Or just a way for friends to say
hey I like you 'cause you're you.
Hugs are meant for anyone
For whom we really care,
from your grandma to your neighbor,
Or a cuddly teddy bear.
A hug is an amazing thing -
it's just the perfect way
To show the love we're feeling
But can't find the words to say.
It's funny how a little hug
Makes everyone feel good;
In every place and language,
It's always understood.
And hugs don't need new equipment,
Special batteries or parts -
Just open up your arms
And open up your hearts.

"Gentleness requires tremendous strength. Gentleness is having the
power not to react when everything about the circumstance says you should.
Gentleness is the beginning of learning what love is all about."

~ Shale Paul in The Warrior Within

I've learned that no matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it may be better tomorrow.

I've learned that you can tell a lot about a person by the way he/she handles a rainy day and lost luggage.

I've learned that regardless of your relationship with your parents, you'll miss them when they're gone from your life.

I've learned that making a"living"is not the same thing as making a "life."

I've learned that life sometimes gives you a second chance.

I've learned that you shouldn't go through life with a catcher's mitt on both hands. You need to be able to throw something back.

I've learned that whenever I decide something with an open heart, I usually make the right decision.

I've learned that even when I have pains, I don't have to be one.

I've learned that every day you should reach out and touch someone.

People love that human touch - holding hands, a warm hug, or just a friendly pat on the back.

I've learned that I still have a lot to learn.

Do you ever wonder what you would do differently if you had your life
to live over? Today's first featured page was written by Erma Bombeck,
a talented writer who later died of cancer. Embrace today, and start
really living!

http://www.quickinspirations.com/flash/toliveover.asp

Running For Others


Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but . . . let each esteem others better than himself. —Philippians 2:3

Tom Knapp never won a race during his entire high school track career. Tom was a "pusher." It was his task to set the pace for his fellow team members, who would then beat him to the finish line. When he ran a successful race, he was enabling a fellow teammate to win. Even though Tom never had enough reserve energy for the final sprint to victory, the coach considered him a valuable member of the team.

In a similar way, the New Testament tells us to run our race of faith with the success of others in mind. "Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others" (Philippians 2:3-4). Our example of such living is Jesus Christ, who left the glory of heaven to share our humanity and die on the cross so that we can have eternal life (vv.5-8).

If the encouragement of our example helps another person to flourish and be successful, we should rejoice. When the eternal prizes are awarded for faithful service to God, a lot of "pushers" will be wearing blue ribbons. Until then, let's keep running so that others can win. —David McCasland


Oh, to see the needs of others
More important than our own,
Following our Lord's example
When He left His heavenly throne. —Sper

You can't lose when you help others win.

Wow! It's a Sat & I managed to wake up so early! Was sick yesterday! Stomach cramp & back ache! Went to see doctor... but ended up walking for more than 5km (I think) back & forth to look for my company assigned clinics. Ai yo! So tiring! But good exercise though. :p In the end, I did cook for myself & my brother, even though there wasnt many ingredients that I can buy. Just vegetables...

Ok, today is going to be exciting! Think I will finally go for my rebonding after thinking for abt 6 years!!!

Haha, I pray that God will bless the stylist's hands & she will do it really nicely. That I will not regret it after all & will be super please with the results. Thank God!

Yaya, going to town at night too. Haven been there for a really long time. Yeah!!! Meeting Shinch & Fion!

Just came back from prayer meeting. It was powerful!!! God did show up in a powerful way.

"It's not what I know but Who I know!"
I have already won the victory in Christ Jesus!
Circumstances, tests & trials are there to strengthen my faith, at the end of it all, I must rejoice & emerge out a stronger Shirley.

"I have never leave you.. Come, hold my hands & I will show you the world... You shall fly like the eagle, held on tight to me. " ~~God


Thank God for that. Thank God that I met up with Shinch & Fion again... haha... so funny... yah..this Sunday Mother's day. gonna finish my "tribute to mom" soon so that I can post it online.
yaya, wah....this month is so packed! so many happening things... think I will be going for my "swimming with dolphins" dream trip soon this month or June or end of year.... God plan for me! Going for Lanjut camp too. Excited man... :p
Mission trip to KL? Well, God if you wan me to go, must speak to me really clear. Thank God!

Going for work tmr. Must be excited man. Am learning new things. Lord, I pray for your wisdom, grace, favor with people & peace. Thank God!

I pray for Shandy that she will not be stressed up with her coming exams but You will grant her peace. PEACE!!! Lord, give her wisdom to know how & what to study. Give her super memory to remember the important stuffs. Amen!

I pray for Qing-er that she will have a smooth delivery. That her baby will be cute, healthy & strong! Amen!

I pray for Shinch that You will grant her wisdom & faith to step into a new season. Lead her into the right path & bless her financially. Thank you Lord!

I pray for Jimmy that You will grant him insights & revelations of Your truths in his life.

I pray for more love, joy & peace in my home. Lord, help us stay together as one, bearing each others in love. Amen!

I pray for Fion that You will lift off every burdens form her heart right now. Grant her wisdom, peace & joy! Amen!

Dear Mother,
You are a dear & loyal friend.
A companion sweet & true.
You offer me love unto the end.
Oh, what can I do for you?
I turn to you for much advice.
In all that I do & say
I thank you so
for loving me.........

Happy Mother's Day, MOM!
I LOVE YOU!

Wow! just came back from jogging with my brother, Jeffrey. Playeed basketball for a while too. :) This afternoon I went to dear Alex & June's wedding. It was spectacular. Well, the hotel, four season hotel, the bride's gown, photos, lightings are all veri nice!!! hmm,.... so sweet! Every Christian weddings are touching... I will be moved to tear everytime I saw the couples thanking their parents.

Finally, my new house is almost done! The unpacking of things, decor, painting... thank God for this new place. A big basketball court for me to shoot balls too. A NEW season, NEW spirit, NEW works of God in my life. Praise Him!

Will I ever find God?
nice one!
http://www.quickinspirations.com/flash/find_God.asp

PSALm 23

The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.
He makes me lie down in green pastures,
he leads me beside quiet waters, he restores my soul.
He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil, for you are with me;
your rod and your staff, they comfort me.

You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies.
You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.
Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life,
and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.

I've learned -
that you can do something in an instant
that will give you heartache for life.

I've learned -
that it's taking me a long time to
become the person I want to be.

I've learned -
that you should always leave loved ones with loving words.
It may be the last time you see them.

I've learned -
that you can keep going long after you can't.

I've learned -
that we are responsible for what we do,
no matter how we feel.

I've learned -
that either you control your
attitude or it controls you.

I've learned -
that regardless of how hot and steamy a relationship
is at first, the passion fades and there had
better be something else to take its place.

I've learned -
that heroes are the people who do what has to
be done when it needs to be done,
regardless of the consequences.

I've learned -
that money is a lousy way of keeping score.

I've learned -
that my best friend and I can do anything
or nothing and have the best time.

I've learned -
that sometimes the people you expect to kick you
when you're down will be the ones to help you get back up.

I've learned -
that sometimes when I'm angry I have the right to be
angry, but that doesn't give me the right to be cruel.

I've learned -
that true friendship continues to grow, even over
the longest distance. Same goes for true love.

I've learned -
that just because someone doesn't love you the
way you want them to doesn't mean they
don't love you with all they have.

I've learned -
that maturity has more to do with what types of
experiences you've had and what you've learned
from them and less to do with how many birthdays you've celebrated.

I've learned -
that your family won't always be there for you. It may
seem funny, but people you aren't related to can take
care of you and love you and teach you to
trust people again. Families aren't biological.

I've learned -
that no matter how good a friend is, they're going
to hurt you every once in a while and you must forgive them for that.

I've learned -
that it isn't always enough to be forgiven by others,
Sometimes you have to learn to forgive yourself.

I've learned -
that our background and circumstances may have
influenced who we are, but we are responsible for who we become.

I've learned -
that just because two people argue, it doesn't
mean they don't love each other. And just
because they don't argue, it doesn't mean they do.

I've learned -
that we don't have to change friends
if we understand that friends change.

I've learned -
that you shouldn't be so eager to find out a secret.
It could change your life forever.

I've learned -
that two people can look at the exact same thing
and see something totally different.

I've learned -
that your life can be changed in a matter of minutes,
by people who don't even know you.

I've learned -
that even when you think you have no more to give,
when a friend cries out to you, you will find the strength to help.

I've learned -
that credentials on the wall do not
make you a decent human being.

I've learned -
that the people you care about most
in life are taken from you too soon.